Re: New Tremec TKX 5 speed
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11/06/20 09:43 PM
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https://shiftsst.com/tremec-tkx-5-speed?utm_source=MopartsThe New TREMEC TKX 5-Speed Is the Compact Transmission You’ve Been Waiting For!
Rockford, Tenn. Friday, Nov. 6, 2020
TREMEC® 5 and 6-speeds dominate the aftermarket as the premiere choice for strong, reliable and versatile transmissions. The Silver Sport Transmissions (SST) PerfectFit™ kit helped take the 5 and 6-speeds customization options to the next level, multiplying the two to three available shifter positions to well over 25 shifter positions and providing all the needed conversion components, cutting templates, sheet metal and instructions to help convert classic cars, trucks, 4WDs, and select imports into optimized, modern drivetrains. TREMEC’s latest 5-speed, the TKX, is a great option for classic car enthusiasts who need a compact, high-power capacity transmission.
The TKX’s rounded, compact case will eliminate cutting in most applications and minimize it in others. The bolt-in dimensions of the TKX are very similar to the TKO and 3550; the new TKX retains the same length, face to crossmember mount, and bellhousing mount dimensions. SST’s STX Shifters® and case modifications put the shifter exactly where it should be.
The multi-cone synchronizer design comes standard with carbon hybrid blocker rings and helps the TKX achieve an 7,500 rpm shift capacity. The TKX is strong with a 600 lb•ft torque rating in both gear sets.
The new TKX gearing options:
3.27, 1.98, 1.34, 1.00, 0.72
2.87, 1.89, 1.28, 1.00, 0.81 or 0.68
You can call Silver Sport Transmissions at 888-609-0092 for more information on the TKX or to place your order. Complete kits are available.
About Silver Sport Transmissions
Silver Sport Transmissions leads the aftermarket development of TREMEC transmission conversion kits for classic American cars, trucks, 4WD, and select imports. SST’s PerfectFit™ brand of conversion kits are found in more classic cars and trucks than any other brand. SST seeks to raise industry standards by emphasizing integrity, customer support, continuous development, and excellent products above all else.
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Re: New Tremec TKX 5 speed
[Re: Kern Dog]
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11/08/20 10:06 AM
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How is this any different from the other Tremec 5 speed they have offered for years? Those are supposed to be modified to fit the B chassis with no cutting except for the shifter hole. The TKO is a very tall case, yes it fits (barely) in the 2nd and 3rd gen B bodies (I've done both), the TKO fits a bit better in the 3rd gen B bodies and 70-74 E bodies, however if you don't remove some of the excess casting ribs on the tail shaft and add a spacer to the tail shaft transmission mount the TKO install as delivered from most kit mfgs will have a profound downward driveline incline, with may cause problems with headers to suspension contact issues/carb to hood ram air systems, radiator/shroud/fan contact, etc, etc depending on your application/mods/etc....hopefully the new TKX eliminates fitment issues and solves driveline issues for the avg "bolt in" installer? I could live with a .68 OD offered on the TKX, although I like the .64 OD the TKO offers....the TKO offerings over the years had growing pains from the various kit mfgs, hopefully they have learned and applied that to the TKX offerings as I'd be interested in installing one of these Mike
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Re: New Tremec TKX 5 speed
[Re: DAYCLONA]
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11/08/20 01:16 PM
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I have to wonder how relevant something like this is given all the problems and complaints over the years?
By now, 6 speeds from Challengers are affordable and better?
Mo' Farts
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Re: New Tremec TKX 5 speed
[Re: Kern Dog]
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03/21/21 12:15 PM
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How is this any different from the other Tremec 5 speed they have offered for years? Those are supposed to be modified to fit the B chassis with no cutting except for the shifter hole. Because years in the market with feedback from garages, installers and buyers has led to changes and improvements perhaps. Rounding the case, changing mount angles, altered shifter position, improving shift capability...sounds like they have been listening to complaints of previous models and rather than change an existing model, released a new version.
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![[Linked Image]](https://bangshift.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/TKOvsTKX-scaled-1.jpg)
